About me

An experienced qualified counsellor and supervisor , working with clients at the Southside Centre EH9 or online via Skype. My counselling approach can help with a range of issues including;

Anxiety

Depression

Relationship difficulties

Low self confidence

Low self esteem

Stress management

University student issues

Seasonal affective disorder

Family issues

Abuse

Separation and divorce

Relationship breakup

Bereavement

Grief and loss

Retirement and later life issues

Miscarriage and infertility

Menopause

I offer a safe, confidential, and caring space where together we can explore your issues and concerns, help you gain understanding and new perspectives, and explore ways to bring about positive change and new balance to your life. A place to be heard, be taken seriously, but without judgement

I am an experienced qualified Counsellor , a member of the BACP, on the BACP Register accredited by the Department of Health,and fully insured for my work.

I am also a qualified counselling supervisor. and on the University of Edinburgh approved list of supervisors.

I understand that choosing a Counsellor can be difficult, you need to be sure the person you’ve chosen is the right one for you and feel comfortable working with them, so I offer you a 30 minute informal consultation for only £15.

I see my clients in a comfortable private room with natural light, at the South Side Centre on Causewayside, near the Meadows, with buses and on street metered parking nearby.

This centre is very near to Edinburgh University and I am very experienced at supporting students at all levels of study.

I also offer online appointments via Skype . I'm happy to offer you a 30 minute online meeting for £15 for you to try this method out for yourself.

You can call on 07740678218 or send an email; either way if I’m not immediately available I’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

2 years at the PF Counselling Service in Edinburgh as a Volunteer Counsellor

6 years in the Third Sector, responsible for an employability mentoring project , recruiting , training, supporting and supervising 20 volunteer mentors.

26 years experience of coaching and mentoring individuals across a wide range of areas e.g. career transitions, stress management, personal development, employability, assertiveness and improving confidence and intercultural transitions.

My professional background includes senior management and staff development roles in the recruitment sector , with extensive experience of employability and other career issues including workplace relationship difficulties and workplace bullying and stress

17 years experience of delivering the Springboard Women's Development Programme.